The average train between Essen and Gelsenkirchen takes 8 min and the fastest train takes 7 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Essen to Gelsenkirchen. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 30 minutes between Essen and Gelsenkirchen. The earliest departure is at 12:46 AM at night, and the last departure from Essen is at 11:46 PM which arrives into Gelsenkirchen at 11:53 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 8 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essen station and arriving at Gelsenkirchen station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate 3 times a day. The journey takes approximately 8 min.
Essen to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Essen Hbf station.
Essen to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Gelsenkirchen Hbf station.
Book your Essen to Gelsenkirchen train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC).
The distance between Essen and Gelsenkirchen is 7.9 km. The road distance is 10 km.
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) operates a train from Essen Hbf to Gelsenkirchen Hbf every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €2–3 and the journey takes 8 min. Three other operators also service this route.
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